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Roots of Resilience: The Rich History and Olympic Rise of Women’s Field Hockey
Photo Credit: Crawford Family U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Archives Manahawkin, NJ - Women’s field hockey is poised to take center stage during the Paris 2024 Olympics with 12 top-tier teams ready to fight for the gold. As Team USA prepares to return to the Olympic...

Olympic Flashbacks: Women’s Field Hockey Through the Years
Manahawkin, NJ - Throughout its history, the U.S. Women’s National Team has made quite an impact on the world stage, especially through the Olympics. From compelling individual triumphs to team victories, we’re revisiting some of the most exciting moments for Team...

Championing Mental Health for Coaches
By: Laurie Temple, NFHCA Digital Communications SpecialistManahawkin, NJ - Coaching field hockey is a rewarding yet demanding role that often comes with its own set of challenges. From managing player dynamics to navigating the pressures of competition to juggling...

Parents Are Coachable
By Kimberly Morrison & Jenn Gruber, Co-founders of PACT Sport SolutionsManahawkin, NJ - Most coaches we encounter express satisfaction in their job. They enjoy developing players, scouting, strategizing, the active lifestyle, the excuse to be outdoors or travel,...

Leading by Example: Carolyn King-Robitaille’s Exemplary Record of Volunteerism
By Laurie Temple, NFHCA Digital Communications SpecialistManahawkin, NJ - In the National Field Hockey Coaches Association’s (NFHCA) ongoing month-long series highlighting service during National Volunteer Month, we shine the final spotlight on Carolyn...

Celebrating Chip Rogers: A Beacon of Service in the Field Hockey Community
By Laurie Temple, NFHCA Digital Communications SpecialistManahawkin, NJ - In the National Field Hockey Coaches Association’s (NFHCA) ongoing series highlighting service during National Volunteer Month, we proudly highlight Chip Rogers, Associate Head Coach at Miami...

Renée Toliver: Carrying the Torch for NFHCA’s Scholastic Sector
Photo Credit: Joseph AntoineBy Laurie Temple, NFHCA Digital Communications SpecialistManahawkin, NJ - In the National Field Hockey Coaches Association's (NFHCA) ongoing series highlighting exceptional service during National Volunteer Month, we turn our focus to Renée...

Coach Steve Jennings’ Journey of Volunteering and Growth
Photo Credit: Olivia Henley, American UniversityBy Laurie Temple, NFHCA Digital Communications SpecialistManahawkin, NJ - In the National Field Hockey Coaches Association's (NFHCA) ongoing series highlighting exceptional service during National Volunteer Month, our...

Shining a Light on Dedication: Honoring the Impact of Mimi Smith’s Service
By Laurie Temple, NFHCA Digital Communications SpecialistManahawkin, NJ - In celebration of National Volunteer Month this April, we're highlighting some of our dedicated members. Our first spotlight shines on Mimi Smith, the varsity field hockey coach at Garrison...

Spotlight on Service: Honoring Brandi Kist’s Dedication
By Laurie Temple, NFHCA Digital Communications SpecialistIn our Member Spotlight on Service, we extend our gratitude to Brandi Kist, whose unwavering dedication to the field hockey community shines brightly. Over the past eight seasons, she has served as the head...
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